skin diseases

To treat psoriasis on the scalp the dermatologist may recommend the use of creams, ointments or tablets to decrease itching and roughness of the skin, as well as shampoos that are especially suitable for this type of treatment. Thus, the treatment of psoriasis on the scalp can be done with betamethasone with salicylic acid in lotion, or betamethasone calcipotriole dipropionate in gel

Psoriasis is a genetically determined skin disease that has a family history in 70% of cases. Its causes have not yet been fully clarified, but it is known that it is possible to avoid worsening of the lesions and also prevent their reappearance. Therefore, the prevention of new psoriasis crises can be done as follows: Avoid excessive exposure to the sun, as sunburn strikes the skin and may trigger a new outbreak of the disease; Avoid viral infections such as influenza virus, for example, which can lead to the onset of psoriasis due to vulnerability of the immune system; Avoid stressful situati

The treatment for neurodermatitis, which is a skin change that occurs due to the act of scratching or continuously rubbing the skin, in order to be really effective, it is necessary for the individual to stop scratching himself. To help the individual to stop scratching, the use of an antiallergic remedy and a corticoid ointment will help as these remedies help to resist itching and protect the skin

The treatment for ringworm on the skin, nail, scalp, foot or groin can be done with antifungal medicines like Fluconazole, Itraconazole or Ketoconazole in the form of ointment, tablet or solutions which is indicated by the dermatologist. The treatment usually lasts about 30 to 60 days, so it is very important to continue the treatment for the time indicated by the doctor, even with the disappearance of the symptoms, because if the treatment is interrupted, it is common for the symptoms to return, since they do not complete removal of the fungus

A widely used human scabies remedy is Benzyl Benzoate, which can be found in pharmacies under the trade name Miticoçan, Sarnilab, Acarsan, Benzotisan, Parasimed or Zilaben. It should be applied to the body after bathing, letting it act overnight, being showered again the next day. Other scabies or scabies remedies may be: Ivermectin, in the form of tablets; Permethrin, under the tradename Kwell or Nedax, which should be applied to the body, letting it act for 8 to 14 hours, bathing afterwards to remove the entire product.

Nail mycosis or onychomycosis, as it is also scientifically known, is an infection caused by fungi such as mold or yeast, which leaves the nail yellow, deformed and thick. Generally, the treatment of nail fungus is done with antifungal enamels or oral antifungal medicines prescribed by the dermatologist, such as Fluconazole or Itraconazole, for example

Treatment for rosacea, a chronic skin disease that can reach the skin or eyes, can be done with the use of tablets, ointments or topical solutions, according to the dermatologist's guidelines. Rosacea is not contagious. Remedies such as tetracycline, metronidazole, roacutan and glucocorticoids, although they may cause dryness of the skin, headache and muscle pain, are medicines commonly used for the treatment of rosacea, and therefore should only be used under medical supervision

In most cases, impingem is easily treated with antifungal creams prescribed by the dermatologist, helping not only to eliminate fungus but also to quickly relieve skin irritation by improving symptoms such as scaling and itching. See the main symptoms of this problem. Some of the most used and effective creams are: Terbinafine; Amorolfine; Cyclopirox olamine; Naftifine

Treatment for nail fungus can be done with medicines like Fluconazole, Itraconazole or Terbinafine or with the use of lotions, creams or enamels such as loceryl, Micolamina or Fungirox. However, the dermatologist should be consulted to indicate whether the treatment should be done with medicines or enamels bought at the pharmacy, or with natural solutions

Mycosis of the skin is a type of disease caused by the presence of fungi on the skin, which causes itching, redness and peeling and can reach any region of the body, being more frequent in summer, since heat and sweat favor the multiplication of fungi they inhabit the skin, causing the infection. See more symptoms of ringworm

Herpes can hardly be cured because the virus installs itself in the nerve endings of the skin, a place where no medicine can reach and so whenever the virus is activated again, the disease manifests itself. However, the treatment may be useful to decrease the time the virus acts and alleviate the symptoms

The sebaceous cyst is a type of lump that forms under the skin, composed of a substance called sebum, of a rounded shape that measures a few centimeters and can appear in any region of the body. It is usually soft to the touch, can move when it is touched or pressed and does not hurt. However, inflamed sebaceous cyst generates symptoms such as pain, increased temperature at the affected site and the region may become tender and reddish and therefore require medical treatment

Copper is a skin disease scientifically called herpes zoster, which occurs in people who have had chickenpox at some time in their lives and who are experiencing a lot of stress or have a weakened immune system, such as during a flu infection or cooled, for example. The onset of this disease is more common in places like the lips or the genital regions, but can also affect other parts of the body, especially the trunk

Herpes is a highly contagious disease that is caught by direct contact with someone's herpes sore, by the kiss, in the bathroom, by the clothing or even by the air, in the case of herpes zoster. Contact with an infected object such as a glass, cutlery, towels of the infected person is also highly contagious at the stage when the wound is filled with blisters with liquid

Buruli ulcer is a skin disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium ulcerans , which leads to the death of the cells of the skin and surrounding tissues, and may also affect the bone. This infection is most common in tropical regions, such as Brazil, but is found especially in Africa and Australia. Although the form of transmission of this disease is not known, the main possibilities are that it is transmitted by the ingestion of contaminated water or by the bite of some mosquitoes or insects

The remedy indicated to take wart depends on the type of the wart location and should be used according to the dermatologist's orientation, being the strategy most used the freezing of the wart with liquid nitrogen. Some medicines like Duofilm and Points , which is a spray capable of freezing the wart and promoting its elimination, can be purchased in pharmacies without the need for a prescription, however, it is important to consult your doctor before using the medicine to avoid effects collateral and complications

The lump on the head is usually not very severe and can be treated easily, often with pain relief medications alone and the observation of lump progress. However, if it is noted that there are more lumps or that there is an increase in size, it is important to seek medical help because it can mean more serious conditions that are more specific, such as cancer

Dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, also known as dystrophic bullous dermatitis, is a serious skin disease that is hereditary, and is due to mutations in genes responsible for forming proteins that allow the connection between the layers of the skin. These defects in the proteins of the skin, make the carriers of this disease develop, from the first days or months of life, skin lesions, blisters and scars, in any region of the body, including the mouth and esophagus, and deformities in feet and hands, which greatly affect the quality of life of the affected person

Stasis dermatitis, or stasis eczema, corresponds to a chronic inflammation of the skin that occurs in the lower part of the legs, especially in the ankles, due to the difficulty of the blood returning to the heart, accumulating in the region. This chronic disease is characterized by a change in the color of the skin, which is darkened due to desquamation, heat and edema

Acne remedies help to eliminate pimples and blackheads, but due to their side effects, should only be used under the guidance and prescription of the dermatologist. The most commonly used drugs to treat this problem are: 1. Isotretinoin Isotretinoin is one of the most effective treatments in the fight against acne